Rep. Randy Fine explains his ‘We don’t want Armenians to serve in Congress’ remark

Rep. Randy Fine (R-FL) explained comments he made on a talk show last week that were deemed controversial, in which he said, “We don’t want Armenians to be able to serve in Congress.” Fine made the remarks while discussing his Republican congressional primary opponent, social media influencer Dan Bilzerian, who is of Armenian descent. The Florida congressman said he was referring to those who are “citizens of a foreign country,” which he claimed Bilzerian is.

“Armenians should not serve in Congress,” Fine posted on X on Sunday afternoon. “Neither should Somalis. Or Guatemalans. Or — wait for it— Israelis.”  

“If you are a citizen of a foreign country, you shouldn’t serve in ours,” said Fine. “We need to pass my bill to stop the invasion of dual citizens in Congress. NOW.”